Serving 505 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Miles Jones Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miles Jones Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Miles Jones Elementary School's student population of 505 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
505 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
a place where everyone is special
School Rankings
Miles Jones Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miles Jones Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1742 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
39%
20%
Black
54%
21%
White
4%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miles Jones Elementary School's ranking?
Miles Jones Elementary School is ranked #1742 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Miles Jones Elementary School often compared to?
Miles Jones Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary Munford Elementary School, Oak Grove/bellemeade Elementary School, Southampton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Miles Jones Elementary School?
505 students attend Miles Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Miles Jones Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Miles Jones Elementary School?
Miles Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Miles Jones Elementary School offer ?
Miles Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Miles Jones Elementary School part of?
Miles Jones Elementary School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is Miles Jones Elementary School located?
Miles Jones Elementary School is located in the Beaufont neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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